1971 Audi Variant vs. 1971 Ford Cortina
To start off, both 1971 Audi Variant and 1971 Ford Cortina were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi Variant weights approximately 34 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Because 1971 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi Variant | 1971 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Variant | Cortina |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |